Degradable surfactants and methods for use
US7608567B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 12, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 27, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S507/922
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods for treating subterranean formations. A method, that comprises providing a treatment fluid that comprises an aqueous fluid, and a degradable surfactant derived from a degradable polymer; and introducing the treatment fluid into a well bore that penetrates the subterranean formation, is provided.
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